Bachelor in Behavioral Neuroscience

Rider University in Lawrenceville, New Jersey, offers a student-focused experience with a strong emphasis on personalized learning and career readiness. Founded in 1865, Rider combines small class sizes and engaged faculty to support undergraduate and graduate study across business, arts, sciences and professional programs. The campus fosters community involvement, leadership development and experiential learning to help students prepare for their chosen professions.

The university is recognised for hands-on learning through internships, research, and partnerships with industry that enhance employability. Faculty mentorship and applied coursework ensure students gain practical skills and real-world experience while pursuing academic goals. Rider’s programs are designed to balance theory and practice, enabling graduates to enter the workforce with confidence and relevant competencies.

International students at Rider are welcomed into a close-knit campus community with support for academic transition, visa processes and cultural integration. The university offers services to help students succeed academically and socially, from advising to career counselling and campus organizations. Prospective international applicants should review program offerings and admissions guidance to find the pathway that best fits their academic interests and career plans.

The Bachelor in Behavioral Neuroscience is a program at Rider University that helps students understand the relationship between the brain and behavior. This 4-year program is for students who want to pursue a career in neuroscience, psychology, or biology. The program is taught in English and is open to students who have completed high school.

The curriculum includes courses on the structure and function of the brain, as well as the complex relationship between the brain and behavior. Students will learn from Ph.D. level faculty who will serve as their mentors in the classroom and research colleagues in the field. The program helps students develop skills in research, critical thinking, and scientific writing.

Graduates of this program can pursue careers as Neuroscience Researchers, Psychology Lab Assistants, Mental Health Professionals, Neuroscientists, or Biology Teachers. They can work in research institutions, hospitals, or universities, helping to advance our understanding of the brain and behavior.